The constitutional principles of Thomas Jefferson.
Publisher: University of Texas Press
Published: 1953
Place of publication: Austin
Language: eng
Number of pages: 211
Subjects: Jefferson, Thomas, 1743-1826; Constitutional law -- United States
Description: "Contends Thomas Jefferson believed in 'constitutional supremacy' in opposition to supremacy of the executive, legislative, or judiciary branches. This means opposition to centralized power, strict construction, and the ultimate supremacy of the people over the Constitution, although Jefferson was no doctrinaire."--Frank Shuffelton.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 191-199).